Both clubs arrive with contrasting recent results, and the lineups reveal how each manager plans to tackle the other's strengths.
Key points
- Fiorentina will field a 4‑3‑3 with De Gea in goal and a front three of Mastantuono, Pellegrino and Njie.
- Atalanta’s 4‑2‑3‑1 includes Carnesecchi, a double pivot of Ederson and Gaetano, and Krstovic leading the attack.
- Kristensen’s fitness is uncertain after a reported injury, which could affect Atalanta’s defensive options.
- Both sides are motivated: Fiorentina seeks redemption after a heavy loss, while Atalanta aims to improve on a draw that featured crowd disturbances.
Fiorentina travel to the Stadio Artemio Franchi for the ninth round of Serie A, looking to bounce back after a heavy defeat in Milan. The Viola will host Atalanta, who come into the match after a hard‑fought draw with Frosinone that was marred by crowd whistles.
The official Fiorentina sheet shows a 4‑3‑3 set‑up: goalkeeper De Gea; defenders Jiménez, Dragusin, Viery and Joao Mario; midfield trio Ndour, Fagioli and Brescianini; and forwards Mastantuono, Pellegrino and Njie. The lineup was confirmed by the club’s communications on the Fantacalcio website.
Team Formations
Atalanta line up in a 4‑2‑3‑1 formation: Carnesecchi between the posts; a back four of Zappacosta, Kristensen, Obric and Bernasconi; double pivot midfielders Ederson and Gaetano; attacking midfield trio Zalewski, De Ketelaere and Elmas; and striker Krstovic. The source notes that Kristensen is listed despite a recent injury report, suggesting he may be a doubtful starter.
Fiorentina’s recent loss in Milan has left the team under pressure to secure points, while Atalanta’s draw against Frosinone, achieved amid a noisy atmosphere, leaves them eager to convert a point into three. Both managers, Vanoli for Fiorentina and Sarri for Atalanta, will be keen to adjust tactics based on the personnel available.
Recent Form and Injuries
Key battles could emerge in midfield, where Fiorentina’s Ndour faces Atalanta’s Ederson, and on the flanks, where Viery and Joao Mario may test Zappacosta and Obric. The presence of young talents such as Brescianini and De Ketelaere adds an extra layer of intrigue to the encounter.
Reader questions
What formation will Fiorentina use against Atalanta?
Fiorentina will line up in a 4‑3‑3 formation, as detailed in the official squad announcement.
Is Atalanta missing any key players due to injury?
Kristensen is listed as a starter despite recent injury news, indicating his participation is uncertain.
Source: fantacalcio.it
